Refrigeration & Cold Storage Facility Engineering Technician

True North Equities; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for Refrigeration & Cold Storage Facility Engineering Technicians with overseas maintenance experience. This role involves day-to-day facility operation, handling mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC/R systems. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving abilities, a minimum of 7 years experience, and the flexibility to work internationally. Familiarity with food processing and multilingual skills, particularly in Arabic/Urdu, are highly desired. The position requires excellent interpersonal skills and the willingness to navigate cultural differences.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school degree, or 7 years of industry experience in lieu of education.
• At least 7 years of facility management and/or building maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of plumbing, HVACR, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Willingness to learn new applications and operate independently.
• Arabic/Urdu language skills are highly desired, with English fluency.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on facility operation and maintenance.
• Manage all aspects of building operation and maintenance.
• Demonstrate flexibility to handle various duties and priorities.

Skills

Facility management

Building maintenance

Problem-solving

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Mechanical knowledge

Cultural navigation

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Postsecondary education

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

CLIENT is currently seeking Refrigeration & Cold Storage Facility Engineering Technicians (FET) with overseas maintenance experience for multiple international opportunities.

SUMMARY: The Refrigeration & Cold Storage Facility Engineering Technician (FET) will provide hands‑on, day‑to‑day facility operation and maintenance, including a wide range of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC/R systems. The FET should be a problem solver, with the ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions as well as operate independently. The FET should be experienced in navigating cross-cultural differences in the workplace.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in managing all aspects of building O&M, including expertise or certification in one or more of the following areas: plumbing; HVAC/R; cold storage; engineering; power; and electrical. Top candidates will be computer and technology‑savvy, and possess the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, service providers, and manager. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background and excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills. Familiarity with food processing and refrigeration is a plus.

Desired candidates will also demonstrate flexibility to perform other duties and responsibilities as required by the business; the ability to handle multiple competing priorities; and demonstrate the ability to leverage mechanical ability, problem‑solving skills and creativity to resolve issues.

Professional education, licenses and certifications should be commensurate with experience level and demonstrate increasing professional responsibility and expertise. Candidates should be team players and demonstrate good judgement. A multilingual individual with strong communications skills in English is highly desired. Candidates should be interested in travelling on rotations and/or relocating to the Middle East, North Africa, or South Asia. Candidates must abide by a drug‑free workplace policy and are subject to testing.

Interested applicants should:

• Have a minimum high school degree with a trade/licensed profession; postsecondary education a plus – 7 years of industry experience with increasing responsibility may be accepted in lieu of education.
• Have at least 7 years of facility management and/or building maintenance experience, some or all of which have been overseas.
• Be knowledgeable of plumbing, HVACR, mechanical, and electrical systems operations and maintenance.
• Possess basic computer skills and demonstrate willingness and ability to learn other applications related to the job.
• Arabic/Urdu language fluency is highly desired, with the ability to read instructions and communicate in English.
• Be willing to relocate and travel; or work internationally on extended rotations.
• Be capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Be comfortable managing teams, working with foreign nationals and navigating cultural differences, as well as breaking through non‑English speaking language barriers.
• Have a calm demeanor and willingness to receive constructive feedback.
• Demonstrate leadership, responsiveness, and creativity.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and problem‑solving ability.